Cortland County sheriff says jail is too small

Cortland County Sheriff Mark Helms says the county jail is too small and is often near or at full capacity.

By Joe Salzone March 28, 2025 6:45 am

CORTLAND, NY (607NewsNow) — The Cortland County Jail is getting crowded.

Sheriff Mark Helms tells WHCU is often at or near full capacity.

Helms favors building a new jail, though county legislators have not made a final decision. The sheriff says he wants to take a thoughtful and measured approach.

Cortland County’s jail is over 20 years old.

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